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David Woodhouse has been a Tara Preserve resident for 11 years.
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  • Jessica Salmond
  • December 22, 2015
Tara Preserve CDD votes in new supervisor

The seat was left vacant in October by Beth Bond.

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What lies underneath Emerald Harbor Drive will be investigated next year to find out why the road is cracking.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 22, 2015
Emerald Harbor Drive needs investigated

Water accumulation and cracking on Emerald Harbor Drive will be investigated next year as part of a road project.

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    By
  • Nick Friedman
  • December 22, 2015
This Week in Sarasota: Thursday, Dec. 24

A look at our favorite events this week

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    By
  • Jen Blanco
  • December 22, 2015
Registration upcoming for SLL

Sarasota Little League will hold five registration dates in January for its Real Baseball Division.

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Trust me you’ll get used to it — our new design.
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  • December 22, 2015
Top Story — February: We asked for unique; we got it: Mondrian

Catch up on the hottest news items of the of the year with the Observer’s Digital Year in Review.

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The Tampa Mustangs 18U travel softball team won four titles this fall after capturing their first national title in August as a 16U team.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • December 22, 2015
On a diamond, they sparkle

ight local softball players grow into champions with nine years of hard work.

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Elise Spiller and her Lakewood Ranch High teammates are ranked No. 3 in Class 7A in the most recent FABC/Source Hoops state rankings.
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  • Jen Blanco
  • December 22, 2015
East County High 5 Moments: 12.24.15

East County High 5 Moments: 12.24.15

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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 22, 2015
News Briefs: Longboat Key 12.24.15

New rating will decrease flood insurance bills ; Longboat Key Fire Rescue presents annual awards; Holiday garbage collection and closing information

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Colony Beach & Tennis Resort President Jay Yablon said he welcomes any project that satisfies both the financial needs of unit owners and can get approval from the town.
    By
  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 22, 2015
Owners weigh plans for Colony’s future

Two developers continue to try to persuade Colony Beach & Tennis Resort unit owners to pick their project. But one concept faces potential hurdles with the property’s tourism use.

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Town Manager Dave Bullock turned down a $7,200 raise last month for excellent performance but he graciously accepted $10,380 worth of extra vacation Dec. 7.
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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 22, 2015
Bullock receives 15 extra vacation days

Town Manager Dave Bullock’s $180,000 salary won’t be boosted at his request but he agreed to three additional vacation workweeks.

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Town Manager Dave Bullock says if the Sarasota-Manatee area can’t manage traffic more efficiently in season, it’s in danger of losing both tourists and residents to areas that can.
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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 22, 2015
MPO approves island traffic study

A $675,000 study will examine seasonal traffic on the barrier islands.

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Though he hails from California, David Leaser has been finding his photographic inspirations in Florida's gardens and wildlife.
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  • Nick Reichert
  • December 22, 2015
Flowers Face to Face

Photographer David Leaser captures the microscopic beauty of nature at the Selby Gardens.

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Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.
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  • Kurt Schultheis
  • December 22, 2015
Cops Corner: Longboat Key 12.24.15

Enjoy this week's edition of Cops Corner.

  • Longboat Key
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Kate Honea and Ricardo Graziano as Sugar and Prince
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  • Anna Dearing
  • December 22, 2015
Ballet review: 'John Ringling's Circus Nutcracker'

"Circus Nutcracker" belongs to Sarasota

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  • Jack Short
  • December 22, 2015
Planning commission moves Whole Foods, Wawa forward

Sarasota county commissioners will decide in January whether to allow developers to remove wetlands to build a commercial center.

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